BIM Specialist - Electrical

Description

OTTAWA

WSPis one of the world's leading professional engineering services firms. Every day our more than 42,000 experts work to restore the natural environment and transform the built environment.

In Canada, our 8000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transport networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

The excellence we bring to our work and to our workplace has been recognized far and wide. We’re a Forbes Top Employer in Canada, one of the Top 100 Sustainable Companies in the World (and among the Top 10 in Canada), and we earned Platinum Elite Recognition through our participation in more than half of Canada’s Top 100 Infrastructure Projects.

WSP is currently seeking an Electrical - BIM Specialist to join our Centre-Block Rehabilitation team, located at our downtown Ottawaoffice. Reporting to the Team Lead of the Mechanical & Electrical groupthis position will be responsible for setting up Revit models and maintaining file structure for projects and skillfully work Revit; creating views, accurate object placement and manipulation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Creation of electrical drawings for facilities such as lighting systems, power systems, communications, security and fire detection in compliance with OESC

Set up new CAD drawings and Revit models and maintain file structure for projects.

Work with project managers and technical design staff to prepare drawing documentation.

Skillfully work in both Revit and AutoCAD; including maintaining multiple models, creating views, accurate object placement, and UCS manipulation.

Add insight and make recommendations to add efficiencies and value to CAD and BIM production.

Coordination with other departments and disciplines including Architectural, Mechanical, Structural and Civil to ensure that Electrical package matches and is integrated into the project drawing package

Demonstrates strong teamwork skills (reliable, communicates clearly with team members, positive attitude); also able to work well independently

Ability to assess workload, prioritize tasks, communicate with team members about design status, and ability to meet deadlines

Sustainable technology knowledge and LEED accreditation an asset

Ability to learn quickly and communicate effectively verbally and written

Strong attention to detail; well-organized

Courteous and professional manner

Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.